Spring Magic in the Historic City Center of Bad Kreuznach
Whit Saturday with guided tours, handpan concerts, and art exhibition in the historic city center
2026
About Spring Magic City Center
Spring Magic City Center — edition 2026
The 2026 Spring Magic continues the popular format of a one-day event with guided tours, music, and art in the historic city center. Whit Saturday offers the ideal date to discover the hidden treasures of the old town and spend a spring day in the special atmosphere around the bridge houses.
Highlights Spring Magic City Center 2026
- Whit Saturday 11 am to 5 pm in the historic city center
- Guided tours of Old Bridge Houses and Ice Cellar
- Handpan concerts with a spherical soundscape
- Art exhibition and free admission to most program points
Programme Spring Magic City Center 2026
Whit Saturday, May 23, 2026
- 11 am to 5 pm – Event open in the historic city center
- Guided tours of the Old Bridge Houses at several times
- Guided tour of the historic Ice Cellar
- Roman Hall open with regular museum admission
- Handpan concerts at various locations in the city center
- Art exhibition in the premises of the Förderverein
The detailed program for 2026, including tour times and musical contributions, will be published by the Förderverein Klein-Venedig in the spring.
Prices Spring Magic City Center 2026
Practical information — Spring Magic City Center
Venue
Historic City Center of Bad Kreuznach with Bridge Houses, Ice Cellar, Roman Hall, and Klein-Venedig, 55543 Bad Kreuznach.
Admission
Admission to most program points is free. The Roman Hall has regular museum admission fees.
Times
Whit Saturday, 11 am to 5 pm.
Getting There
By car via the A61 (exit Bad Kreuznach), parking in the city center parking garages. By public transport via Bad Kreuznach train station with a short walk.
Notes
The paths in the old town are partly narrow; sturdy footwear is recommended. Guided tours may be organized in multiple groups if there is a large turnout.
Klein-Venedig and the Historic City Center
The historic city center of Bad Kreuznach around the Old Nahe Bridges with the world-famous bridge houses is one of the city's architectural wonders. The bridge houses, standing directly on the pillars of the medieval bridge, are among the rare surviving examples of this type of construction in Europe. The surrounding quarter is called Klein-Venedig due to the narrow watercourses.
Guided Tours of Bridge Houses, Ice Cellar, and Roman Hall
During the Spring Magic, places that are normally not publicly accessible will open. The Old Bridge Houses can be experienced as part of guided tours, and the historic Ice Cellar, where ice was stored for the summer months in pre-industrial times, is also open. The Roman Hall, the city's archaeological museum with finds from Bad Kreuznach's Roman past, is accessible for an entrance fee.
Handpan Concerts in the Old Town
A musical highlight are the handpan concerts, which take place at various locations in the city center. The handpan, a relatively new steel-plate instrument with a meditative and sonorous character, fits perfectly with its spherical soundscape into the historic atmosphere of the old town. The concerts are free to attend and can be enjoyed during a stroll through the city center.
Art Exhibition and Relaxation
An art exhibition in the premises of the Förderverein complements the program. Local artists present their works, offering an opportunity for conversation and relaxation. Overall, the Spring Magic invites visitors to spend a whole Whit Saturday in the historic city center.
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